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Transfer moulding
Science, Maths & Technology

Transfer moulding

...projected area of 650 cm2. Capable of producing components with varying wall thicknesses, delicate holes and the inclusion of inserts (these would not be possible by compression moulding). Closer tolerances are possible than with compression moulding. This is particularly true of dimensions perpendicular to the parting lines, because the mould is clamped shut before...
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Centrifugal casting
Science, Maths & Technology

Centrifugal casting

...projects the metal outwards from the rotational axis and onto the walls of the mould...Sand moulding casting: [Images to demonstrate Centrifugal casting (see article)] Metal moulding casting: Horizontal method used for the production of long pipes. [Images to demonstrate Centrifugal casting (see article)] Vertical centrifugal casting: Core used for central holes. [Images...
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PodMag April 2016
Society, Politics & Law

PodMag April 2016

...project, the Enduring Love Study, carried out by Jacqui Gabb and Janet Fink at the Open University, which surveyed people’s experiences of long term relationships. Meg-John and Jacqui draw on the research throughout the book, bringing the statistics to life with individual life stories from interviewees. The book aims to help readers to find out what works for them. Dr...
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Autumn on OpenLearn
Miscellaneous

Autumn on OpenLearn

...project, making something with your hands can be both relaxing and rewarding. 7: Take time to reset Autumn invites us to slow down, recharge and adapt to the shorter days. Whether it’s practising mindfulness, getting outside for daylight, or finding balance in your daily routine, this season is perfect for nurturing your wellbeing. 8: Celebrate the major autumnal events...
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European Championships 2020: Can one of the home nations end 55 years of hurt ?
Health, Sports & Psychology

European Championships 2020: Can one of the home nations end 55 years of hurt ?

...manager Roberto Mancini and are riding on the back of a 25-match unbeaten streak after failing to qualify for the 2018 World Cup. Rather than selecting players from the Milan teams and Juventus, this squad is made up with players from a range of Italian clubs, such as Andrea Belotti from Torino, and players from Napoli, Atalanta and Lazio. There are several teams who fall...
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The Great Resignation: temporary blip or more enduring labour market trend?
Money & Business

The Great Resignation: temporary blip or more enduring labour market trend?

...Management courses and qualifications. We heard a lot during the COVID-19 pandemic about people in the UK being temporarily furloughed or, in many other cases, losing their jobs entirely. However, one of the other effects was the so-called Great Resignation, also known as the Great Work Reshuffle, or the Big Quit. As academics who research issues to do with what we might...
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How do you spot a stroke - and what should you do?
Health, Sports & Psychology

How do you spot a stroke - and what should you do?

...managed appropriately by your healthcare team, to minimise your stroke risk. Lifestyle factors are things that can often be changed. Smoking, over-consuming alcohol, being overweight and or obese, and being physically inactive, along with excessive salt consumption (which can lead to high blood pressure), are all lifestyle-related risk factors that can be modified. How do...
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Growing the popularity of women’s football in the UK
Health, Sports & Psychology

Growing the popularity of women’s football in the UK

...Manager of Women and Girl’s football at Brighton and Hove Albion, shares her thoughts about some of the challenges for clubs in the Women’s Super League (WSL), England’s only professional league for women. As you watch the video try to identify as many of these challenges as you can. Transcript Several models describe how businesses rarely experience smooth,...
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